Support for Senior Nutrition Programs
Official: Recognizing the value of the Older Americans Act of 1965 nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving the health and quality of life for millions of our Nations seniors each year.
This resolution recognizes the importance of the Older Americans Act nutrition program in helping seniors combat hunger and improve their health.
This resolution recognizes the important role that local nutrition programs supported through the Older Americans Act of 1965 play in addressing senior hunger, malnutrition, and isolation.
1. The Older Americans Act nutrition program helps millions of seniors access nutritious meals each year. 2. Local programs provide not only food but also social interaction and wellness checks for isolated seniors. 3. Volunteers play a crucial role in delivering meals and offering companionship to seniors in need. 4. The resolution calls on Congress members to support local nutrition programs and secure ongoing funding.
This resolution affects seniors, individuals with disabilities, and volunteers who support local nutrition programs across the country.